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In his 13 months of professionally competing in boxing, GSSC student Urijah Harrington has many accolades under his belt.

From the Top End, to the Golden Gloves Championships held in Queensland, the Australian Institute of Sport Combat Centre in Canberra and closer-to-home in Melbourne, Urijah has travelled the country for his sport, competing in eight fights over the course of a year.

Earlier this month, the Year 7 student added Perth to his list, where he travelled with his family and the GV Boxing Academy to compete in the 2024 Australian Schools Boxing Championships.

The trip proved worth his while as Urijah claimed his first national championship, winning the U/15 School boy Gold Medal in the 40kg division

“It was pretty special,” Urijah’s father Zedda Harrington said.

“It’s a massive achievement for a 13-year-old and as a boxer and coach myself, I know how much goes into training and preparing for these comps.

“To see his face when he got called out as the national champ was pretty emotional – it’s such a strenuous lead up physically and mentally so to see him reach the top and be rewarded for his efforts was amazing.”

Zedda who runs the Boxing Academy is also Urijah’s coach and also made the state team as part of the coaching crew.

“Given my background, Urijah has pretty much grown up in the gym but he’s not only used that time and experience to better himself, he’s also a great role model for the younger kids,” Zedda said.

“He’s got so many great attributes that will see him go along way in the sport – his wok ethic is unbeatable and I know the future of our club is in great hands.”

Zedda said many of the skills his boxers learn as part of their training carry them in good stead beyond the ring.

“It’s not all about competing – the skills boxing provides are character building and are ones that will carry you through life.”

GSSC would like to congratulate Urijah and Kallym Huffer in Year 10 who also competed in the competition, making it all the way to semi-finals. Check out this post by Resolute Gym for more on Kallym's journey.

 

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GSSC prides itself on its careers offerings, with extensive supports in place to help students identify the right pathway for them – whether that be moving onto further study, seeking employment, an apprenticeship or traineeship.

During Term 3, the support for Year 10 students ramps up as GSSC delivers its annual Subject Selection and Course Counselling program.

GSSC Senior Secondary and Careers Assistant Principal, Zarina Fleming said over the past term, Year 10 students have been working in their Pathway Mentoring class, learning about vocational pathways, course requirements and subject choices for Year 11.

“Over the holidays, the students have also had the opportunity to go through the Senior Secondary Handbook and have conversations with their families about their future career aspirations and goals and what they’d like to achieve in their final two years of secondary school,” Ms Fleming said.

“Bringing parents into this process is key - our families know their child’s passions, strengths, and interests and this helps to guide and support our young people as they plan their senior secondary schooling at GSSC.” 

This evening (July 17), GSSC will host a parent information session, centred around the Subject Selection and Careers Counselling program, which kicks off on Monday July 29.

“Across two days, our Year 10 students have the opportunity to make an appointment to come into the College with their parent or guardian and meet with one of our qualified Careers Practitioners to discuss their future career goals and subject options for Years 11 and 12,” Ms Fleming said.

“These decisions are so important, which is why we prioritise our Year 10 students for this individualised support and dedicate this time at school to ensure all students have all the information needed to make informed decisions.”

Appointments for July 29 and 30 can be made via Try Booking. A link has been sent out to families via Compass.